Consider falling in love with the “horse woman.”

Initially you find the “fun loving” woman that does not mind getting her hands dirty.

Shes smells of leather.

She’s athletic – even the plus sized ones.

She has a deep tan on her face, shoulders and arms (pale white on her legs).

She is indeed sexy in boots and shorts.

She (at first) appears to have a heart so big it encompasses every living creature – she would willingly get up at 3am to help any creature harmed by man (remember that).

She likes trucks.

Hell, she might even enjoy a football or baseball game on occasion.

She probably likes beer.

However…

YOU will have to get up at 3am to “help any living creature harmed by MAN”

YOU will be responsible for at least half of the 24 hours it takes to walk a horse out of colic

You dont have a CLUE what it takes to maintain a horse.

Do you know how to miter a corner box? Barnes dont build themselves.

Have you any idea how big a standard is? Better learn, FAST

Did you really think you would get preferential treatment if YOU were sick?

How fond of 5am are you?

You could be president and CEO of a Fortune 500 company – you will STILL be stuck in a pasture on a 97° day taking pictures.

You could be president and CEO of a Fortune 500 company – you will STILL be questioning a vet bill

Be sure you know the rule book front to back for her division

Make certain you know the difference between “pony” and “horse”

Be prepared to stand in driving rain, egg frying heat, and frostbite cold on weekends AND HOLIDAYS (the only way you’re getting out of it is if there’s lightning, and then you’ll be standing in a metal trailer) holding a lead rope.

Can you afford a 3/4 ton dually? Sure, you can afford a double-wide on 10 acres (minimum), but can you afford the lumber for a 4 horse barn? (okay, 6, you’ll need 1 extra for the tack room and 1 for the occasional stay-over)

Did you know titanium helmets cost in excess of $400?

Care to guess how much tall boots are?

Do you understand, and are you willing to wrap your brain around the idea that you will forever take second place to ANYTHING that has 4 legs?

Is she worth it?

Really?

No, really?

yes.

dammit.